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Shotokan Karate 松濤館
JapanEast AsiaStrikingOkinawan / Japanese
Funakoshi's mainland style; long, deep stances and powerful linear techniques. Governed by the Japan Karate Association among many others.
Key characteristics
- Heian kata series
- Kime (focus)
Forms & curriculum
- Heian 1–5
- Tekki
- Bassai Dai
- Kanku Dai
- Jion
What training looks like
Classes typically combine stances and footwork (basics), conditioning, solo forms (taolu, kata or hyung) and partner drills. Sparring is introduced gradually, usually with protective gear.
Questions to ask a school
- How is sparring introduced and supervised?
- What do a beginner's first three months look like?
- Is there a family, health or seniors class?
- How are injuries prevented?
Quick facts
| Origin | Japan |
|---|---|
| Era / founder | 1938 – Gichin Funakoshi |
| Family | Okinawan / Japanese |
| Type | Striking |
Where to learn
- Japan Karate Association (JKA) – Tokyo, Japan
- IOGKF – Morio Higaonna – Okinawa, Japan
- Okinawa Karate Kaikan – Tomigusuku, Okinawa, Japan
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